3 Page 3 Introduction Purpose The purpose of the document is to describe the core competencies of a graduate from an accredited naturopathic doctoral program in order to align curriculum, define expectations of graduates and inform stakeholders regarding the education of physicians who practice naturopathic medicine. The expectation is that this document will serve to guide current and future programs of naturopathic medical education. Introduction 1 Naturopathic Medicine is a distinct primary health care profession that combines the traditions of natural healing with the rigors of modern science. Naturopathic physicians are trained as primary care providers who diagnose, treat and manage patients with acute and chronic conditions, while addressing disease and dysfunction at the levels of body, mind and spirit. They concentrate on whole patient wellness through health promotion and disease prevention, attempting to find the underlying cause of the patient s condition. Naturopathic physicians care for patients of all ages and genders. They provide individualized evidence-informed therapies that balance the least harmful and most effective approaches to help facilitate the body s inherent ability to restore and maintain optimal health. A resurgence of interest in naturopathic medicine in North America in the 1970s resulted in rapid growth and maturation of the naturopathic profession to where it is today. As of 2014 there are seven institutions of higher learning offering naturopathic degrees in eight locations across North America. The Council on Naturopathic Medical Education (CNME) is the accrediting body for these programs. Graduates of CNME accredited naturopathic medical programs receive a Naturopathic Doctoral designation (ND) and are eligible to sit for the Naturopathic Physicians Licensing Examination (NPLEX). The Association of Accredited Naturopathic Medical Colleges (AANMC) and its Council of Chief Academic and Clinical Officers (CCACO), recognized the need for agreement among the AANMC member schools on clinical expectations for graduates of CNME accredited naturopathic medical programs. As such, CCACO and AANMC embarked on examination of current clinical expectations and the creation of a unified baseline for clinical competency of the naturopathic medical graduate. In August of 2012, CCACO agreed to embark on the creation of naturopathic clinical competencies for the accredited institutions. In July 2013, academic and clinical deans from each CNME accredited institution met together and developed a draft document, after which time CCACO convened a taskforce of representatives from the accredited naturopathic 1 References: House of Delegates Position Paper, American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (Amended 2011) What is a Naturopathic Doctor, American Association of Naturopathic Physicians

4 Page 4 Introduction medical programs and the executive director of AANMC. This subgroup met regularly for six months, and received input from CCACO, stakeholders and advisors in the broader medical and educational communities to create the first draft of the naturopathic clinical competency document. The document then received input from the naturopathic community and final approval from CCACO and the AANMC Board of Directors. The following report constitutes consensus on clinical competencies for the naturopathic medical graduate.

5 Page 5 Core Principles Core Principles The practice of naturopathic medicine is guided by six core principles, as defined by American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP). First Do No Harm (Primum Non Nocere): The naturopathic physician follows three guidelines to avoid harming the patient: Uses methods and medicinal substances which minimize the risk of harmful side effects; Uses the least force necessary to diagnose and treat; avoid when possible the harmful suppression of symptoms; and Acknowledges, respects, and works with individuals self-healing process. The Healing Power of Nature (Vis Medicatrix Naturae): The naturopathic physician recognizes an inherent self-healing process in people that is ordered and intelligent. The naturopathic physician acts to identify and remove obstacles to healing and recovery, and to facilitate and augment this inherent self-healing process. Identify and Treat the Causes (ToIle Causam): The naturopathic physician seeks to identify and remove the underlying cause(s) of illness rather than to merely eliminate or suppress symptoms. Doctor as Teacher (Docere): The naturopathic physician educates patients and encourages self-responsibility for health. The physician also recognizes and employs the therapeutic potential of the doctor-patient relationship. Treat the Whole Person: The naturopathic physician treats each patient by taking into account individual physical, mental, emotional, genetic, environmental, social, and other factors. Since total health also includes spiritual health, the naturopathic physician encourages individuals to pursue their personal spiritual development. Prevention: The naturopathic physician emphasizes the prevention of disease by assessing risk factors, heredity and susceptibility to disease, and by making appropriate interventions in partnership with the patient to prevent illness. The Seven Areas of Competence for the Naturopathic Medical Graduate: Medical Assessment and Diagnosis Patient Management Communication and Collaboration Professionalism Career Development and Practice Management System Based Practice Practice Based Learning, Research and Scholarship

6 Page 6 Medical Assessment and Diagnosis Medical Assessment and Diagnosis Naturopathic medical graduates conduct a complete and accurate history, physical exam and objective assessment, to arrive at a diagnosis. They demonstrate the knowledge, skills, abilities and attitudes expected of a naturopathic physician within the context of a patient-centered model. Elicits a complete and accurate medical and biopsychosocial history Establishes a therapeutic doctor-patient relationship Demonstrates active listening when taking a history and performing a physical exam Assesses the determinants of health, as defined by the World Health Organization Documents the medical record consistent with legal, institutional, and ethical requirements Performs a complete and accurate health examination, including pathological and functional assessment Selects assessments and performs diagnostic procedures based on a risk benefit analysis Performs appropriate system-specific or hypothesis driven examination based on patient presentation Performs health screenings for disease prevention and early diagnosis Orders and/or performs appropriate diagnostic tests and imaging studies Conducts rapid assessment in emergent situations Performs assessments mindful of personal biases including, but not limited to, age, sex, race, ethnicity, disability, religion, social status, gender identity, and sexual orientation Formulates an accurate medical diagnosis Interprets results for laboratory tests, physical examination, imaging studies, and other diagnostic tests Integrates the medical history, physical examination and diagnostic testing with naturopathic principles in formulating a diagnosis Applies critical thinking and clinical reasoning to the synthesis of a medical diagnosis Identifies emergent and life-threatening situations and diagnoses Communicates assessment findings and diagnosis with the patient as appropriate

8 Page 8 Patient Management Facilitates informed patient decisions by presenting evidence-informed therapeutic and wellness options including risks, benefits and alternatives to therapies Engages patients in establishing a long-term focus for their personal health management with an emphasis on prevention and wellness Provides counseling and support for patients, their families, and significant others related to chronic illness, acute illness and end of life issues Recommends plan for follow up care Reassesses treatment plans considering clinical outcomes, best practices and patient needs Documents plan of care and revisions to plan of care Recognizes personal limitations, adheres to scope of practice and makes referrals when appropriate Intervenes and/or refers in urgent and emergent care situations

9 Page 9 Communication and Collaboration Communication and Collaboration Naturopathic medical graduates communicate effectively to optimize patient relationships and patient care. They refer, consult and collaborate with other health professionals as appropriate when providing care. Communicates effectively with patients, and when appropriate their families and significant others Describes succinctly what naturopathic medicine is, and the role and responsibilities of naturopathic physicians Analyzes the patient narrative Communicates findings with patient Educates patients regarding their diagnosis and prognosis Provides counsel on treatment options Promotes treatment plan adherence to achieve therapeutic goals Demonstrates empathy, compassion, and objectivity in patient interactions Demonstrates sensitivity and respect for cultural identity including, but not limited to, age, sex, race, ethnicity, disability, religion, social status, gender identity, and sexual orientation Utilizes appropriate resources when experiencing barriers to communication Consults with and/or refers to other health care professionals when care is outside of scope of practice or personal competence Conveys effective oral and written communication to other medical professionals Collaborates as a member of the patient s health care team to provide safe and effective care Educates members of the patient s health care team regarding the role of naturopathic medicine and the naturopathic physician in patient care Recognizes and respects the roles and responsibilities of other professionals within the health care team. Collaborates as a member of the health care community to address public health issues such as access to care Provides leadership in the incorporation of the naturopathic physician as an integral member of the health care community Promotes naturopathic medicine and principles to the community at large

10 Page 10 Professionalism Professionalism Naturopathic medical graduates demonstrate professional behavior, personal integrity, and altruism. They are aware of their limitations in expertise, operate within the jurisdictional scope of practice, and refer care when appropriate. They exemplify the principles of naturopathic medicine personally and professionally as health care professionals and leaders in the community. Maintains legal and ethical standards, including but not limited to Patient confidentiality Informed consent Documentation of care Scope of practice Mandatory reporting Professional boundaries Conflicts of interest Demonstrates respect and integrity in professional interactions Fulfills professional commitments in a timely and responsible manner Provides and receives constructive feedback as a part of peer and selfevaluation of professional competence Recognizes and addresses ethical issues arising in practice Demonstrates a commitment to balancing patient care, self-care, and responsibilities to colleagues, community, family and friends Mentors members of the profession

11 Page 11 Practice Management Career Development and Practice Management Naturopathic medical graduates are able to establish a viable career in naturopathic medicine. Creates a realistic career plan Applies basic principles of marketing towards the establishment and growth of a patient base Adheres to best practices in management standards including financial practices, negotiation, inventory and business Demonstrates the ability to plan and manage time and resources Maintains a professional network Promotes practice and relationships through effective public and professional communications Identifies and responds to practice challenges and opportunities Participates in continuous quality assessment and improvement Demonstrates key leadership attributes in practice management

12 Page 12 Systems Based Practice Systems Based Practice Naturopathic medical graduates demonstrate an awareness of the developing role of naturopathic medicine within larger frameworks of health care and health care systems in order to advocate for optimal patient care. Demonstrates a working understanding of available health care resources, both conventional and complementary, in order to address patient and community needs Influences community or population health through education, community initiatives and other efforts to shape public and professional health care policy Demonstrates an ability to participate effectively within a health care team with respect to referral skills, collaboration and co-management of care Practices cost-effective health care through evidence-informed management, preventive strategies and lifestyle management with an aim at alleviating the overall health care burden

13 Page 13 Practice Based Learning, Research, and Scholarship Practice Based Learning, Research, and Scholarship Naturopathic medical graduates critically appraise, assimilate and apply scientific evidence to improve patient care. They demonstrate an understanding of the strengths and limitations of research. Naturopathic graduates are dedicated to ongoing personal reflection and lifelong learning. Applies the skills of evidence-informed practice to patient care: Formulates a clinical research question to guide the design of the information search, using the principles and tools of evidence-based medicine Conducts a literature search efficiently, accessing appropriate resources in order to answer clinical questions Demonstrates an understanding of statistical tools Critically appraises relevant data to make judgments in integrating the information into clinical practice Applies levels of evidence in application and selection of therapeutics and patient management Critically evaluates patient care outcomes with respect to qualitative and quantitative measurements Advances the practice of naturopathic medicine through contributions to the development and dissemination of new knowledge Demonstrates reflective practice in a commitment to lifelong learning Recognizes limitations in his/her own knowledge, skills, and attitudes Assesses professional competence using self-awareness, feedback from others and reflection on practice Demonstrates commitment to maintaining and improving knowledge, skills, and attitudes *** Use of the term physician may vary based on jurisdictional legislation

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